Hidden in plain sight, there is a secret behind all of the richest and most successful employee/employer relationships: work IS personal, and when personal support is not provided during challenging workplace situations, employees can quickly lose faith in an organization. In Work Is Personal: How Authenticity Drives Performance and Culture, renowned talent development consultant Amy P. Kelly shows how to create profound connections with other members of your organization, especially in a leadership role. The book dismantles the long-standing but outdated concept of it's not personal, it's just business, offering a six-step B.E. R.E.A.L. Framework that helps you navigate every stage of your workplace relationships and show employees that they are far more than cogs in a machine. Discover key insights on: Supporting potential employees even before an offer of employment has been extended, and continuing that support during the hiring processHow the human connection is challenged in hybrid, remote, and technology-supported workplaces, and how to harness this awareness to drive meaningful connectionsOpportunities to solidify the employee/ employer bond when mistakes and challenges occur, combining individual support with programmatically available resources to create a balance that is personal and professionalWays to handle voluntary and involuntary exits, where leaders can maintain healthy personal relationships even when ending the employment relationshipJob aids and other resources related to each employment stage and the associated B.E. R.E.A.L. situations and strategies Packed with personal stories showing how your commitment to authenticity can transform workplace relationships, Work Is Personal is required reading for business leaders, executives, and managers across roles and industries.